As the launch of Final Fantasy 14's Dawntrail expansion approaches this summer, the discovery of two new items through Patch 6.58 datamining has stirred speculation about potential preorder incentives for the highly anticipated content. These newly unearthed items, Azeyma's Earrings and the Wind-Up Zidane minion, were recently added to the game in the latest update.
The timing of this discovery aligns with a bustling period for Final Fantasy 14, falling between the release of Patch 6.58 and the game's debut on Xbox Series X/S. While Xbox players will require dual subscriptions to access the game, early adopters were treated to bonus items, including the Wind-up Palom minion inspired by Final Fantasy 4's black mage, and Menphina's Earrings offering a 30% EXP boost up to level 80. These items were previously available during the preorder phase of Endwalker in 2021, presenting a second chance for players who missed out.
While rumors should always be approached cautiously, certain players within the Final Fantasy 14 community have stumbled upon potential indications of an impending announcement. NotSegar, a Reddit user, shared images of Azeyma's Earrings and the Wind-up Zidane minion on the r/ffxiv subreddit. These findings were part of a datamine that also disclosed details about the rewards awaiting players in the upcoming Final Fantasy 16 crossover event, set to commence in early April, featuring Clive's Metian armor and a Torgal mount. Although no specific launch dates for Dawntrail or the Final Fantasy 16 event were revealed in the datamine, the inclusion of these new items aligns with past preorder promotions from expansions like Endwalker.
Insights from Final Fantasy 14 Datamine: Azeyma's Earrings and Wind-up Zidane Minion Unveiled
Final Fantasy 14 is poised to unveil more about Dawntrail in the near future. A Dawntrail panel hosted by the game's producer and director, Naoki Yoshida, is scheduled for Saturday, March 23, at Noon Eastern, as part of PAX East in Boston. This panel will take place at the convention's Main Theatre and will be live-streamed on platforms like Twitch and YouTube for a global audience. On March 22, Yoshida will also participate in a panel discussing Final Fantasy 16's second expansion, The Rising Tide.
If the release date of Dawntrail remains undisclosed at PAX East, enthusiasts may have to exercise patience, as Final Fantasy 14 plans to host a 14-hour broadcast starting on April 12 to mark the game's 10th anniversary. The community eagerly anticipates the moment when Yoshida will unveil the news they've been eagerly awaiting.